Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. onion flakes
  • 1/2 tsp. instant minced garlic
  • water
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 tsp. marjoram leaves, crushed
  • 2 Tbsp. corn oil
  • 1 Tbsp. cider vinegar
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 1/2 tsp. thyme leaves, crushed
  • 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 large potato, peeled and diced (1 c.)
  • 2 c. shredded cabbage
  • 1 large tomato, diced (1 c.)
  • 1 Tbsp. parsley flakes

Method

  • Combine onion flakes and minced garlic with 2 tablespoons water; let stand 10 minutes to soften.
  • Set aside.
  • Mix beef with 1/2 teaspoon marjoram.
  • Shape into 1/2-inch balls.
  • Heat oil in saucepan.
  • Add meatballs, a few at a time.
  • Brown on all sides. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  • Add reserved onion and garlic to oil.
  • Saute 2 minutes.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups water, vinegar, cloves, thyme, black pepper and remaining marjoram.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring to scrape drippings from bottom of pan.
  • Return meatballs to pan.
  • Add potato; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Add cabbage and tomato.
  • Return to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley flakes and serve.